Resistance-Band Standing Hip Abduction

1. Setup:

   • Begin by placing a resistance band around your thighs, just above your knees. Ensure that the band is flat against your skin and is not twisted.

2. Positioning:

   • Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart. Shift your weight onto your left leg, keeping a slight bend in your knee.

   • Engage your core muscles to help maintain balance.

3. Movement:

   • Keeping your left leg firm, slowly lift your right leg out to the side.

   • Ensure that your leg stays straight and that you do not lean your torso to the left.

   • Raise your leg until it is at least parallel to the floor, feeling the tension in the band.

4. Return:

   • Slowly lower your right leg back to the starting position, controlling the movement to maintain tension in the band throughout.

5. Repetitions:

   • Perform 10-15 repetitions on the right leg.

6. Switch:

   • After completing the set, switch to your left leg and repeat the process.

Tips:

• Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the exercise.

• If you feel unstable, you can hold onto a wall or a sturdy piece of furniture for support.

• Make sure to breathe evenly, exhaling as you lift your leg and inhaling as you bring it back down.